Ross Thompson (rugby union, born 1963)

Ross James Thompson (born 15 July 1963) is a former Japan rugby union international .[1]

Ross Thompson
Full nameRoss James Thompson
Date of birth (1963-07-15) 15 July 1963 (age 61)
Height6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
Weight231 lb (105 kg)
Rugby union career
Position(s) No. 8
Provincial / State sides
Years Team Apps (Points)
1990–92 Auckland 10 (16)
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1998 Japan 6 (25)

A number eight, Thompson was an Auckland provincial player in the early 1990s and had a stint in Wales with Abertillery, before relocating to Japan, where he plied his trade with NEC Green Rockets.[2]

Thompson made six capped appearances for Japan in 1998, scoring five tries.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ "The land of the rising rugby team". South Wales Echo. 16 September 1999.
  2. ^ "Kiwi set to join up". The Citizen. 6 May 1993.
  3. ^ "Home team in shock as Japan gatecrash Hong Kong's Pac Rim party". South China Morning Post. 24 May 1998.
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